Construction Manager

Ramboll US Corporation; Clay Arsenal (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Leadership culture

Inclusive culture

Collaborative projects

Foundation-owned company

Job summary

Ramboll US Corporation in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Construction Manager to join the Project Management Group based out of Albany, NY. You will lead on-site teams and coordinate with superintendents to advance project scope, schedule, and budget.

The role emphasizes safety leadership, subcontractor management, and change-order processes. You will plan startup and commissioning, while ensuring adherence to Ramboll's quality standards and a collaborative, inclusive work culture.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 2+ years experience or Bachelor’s in Engineering/CM.
• 5+ years in professional construction management roles.
• Ability to read plans, drawings, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of plans, schedules, and workflow with site teams.
• Manage overall project scope, schedule, and budget with Senior Construction Manager.
• Lead on-site project team for smaller projects and subcontractor contracts.
• Support change orders with data gathering for Project Manager review.
• Promote safety culture and act as Site Safety Leader when needed.
• Plan startup, commissioning, and closeout activities.

Skills

Read plans/drawings

Construction sequencing

Local travel

OSHA 30-hour

OSHA 40-hour Hazwoper

Education

Associate degree + 2+ years or Bachelor's in Engineering/CM

5+ years in construction management

Job description

Company Description

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that\'s where we start - and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Construction Manager

Syracuse, NY

Full-time

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

What we can offer you

• Commitment to your development
• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Job Description

Your new role

As our new Construction Manager, you will be part of our Project Management Group based out of Albany, NY

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Assist in development of plans, schedules, and work alongside other superintendents, supervisors, administrators on project related activities.
• Actively works with the Senior Construction Manager in the management of the overall project construction scope, schedule, and budget.
• Responsible for leadership of the on-site project team management for smaller scale projects.
• Responsible for subcontractor contract management in coordination with the Senior Construction Manager.
• Assist Senior Construction Manager and Project Management teams with the change order process including proper notification, supporting data gathering/organization development for Project Manager review and processing.
• Participates actively in creating a safety culture in the office and at the jobsite.
• Serve as Project Site Safety Leader (in absence of full time EHS Supervisor).
• Estimates cost of materials, labor, and use of equipment required to successfully manage change during a project.
• Assists in planning the execution of the startup, commissioning, and closeout processes.
• Adheres to the policies and standards set forth in our quality management practices.

Qualifications

Associate degree plus 2+ years relevant years of experience, or Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or CM discipline or 5+ years of relevant experience in a professional construction management role, with specific experience in procurement support and managing multi-discipline consstruction projects.

• Ability to read plans/drawings/specifications and interpret data.
• Construction sequencing and planning, construction scheduling/durations, safety planning, means and methods.
• Local Travel of 10%
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety Certification (preferred)
• OSHA 40-hour Hazwoper Certification (preferred)

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that\'s where we start - and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Ramboll in the Americas

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices in the Americas, delivering innovative solutions within Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us [e-mail] such requests.

Salary Transparency

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 per year. This range reflects the compensation wereasonablyexpect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.